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2018 State of the City
Atlantic City Mayor Frank Gilliam and Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver shared their optimism for Atlantic City during the 2018 Sate of the City at the Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall. Read more about their address by clicking on any of the links below: Press of...
Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee approved legislation for Garden State Growth Zone at ACY
On Monday, the Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee approved legislation to provide tax incentives for development at Atlantic City International Airport and the nearby surrounding areas. Chamber President Joe Kelly provided testimony to the...
F-35 fighter jet could provide economic boom to Atlantic County
In December of 2016, The Press of Atlantic City reported that the poor air quality was partially responsible for the 177th Air National Guard base not getting the latest F-35 fighter jets. Apparently, our air quality is negatively impacted as the jet stream brings...
Gov. Murphy signs bill prohibiting offshore drilling
Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill on Friday that will prohibit offshore drilling in state waters, dealing a blow to the Trump administration's efforts to open the East Coast to drilling exploration. In addition to banning drilling in state waters, the bipartisan...
Minimum wage increase gaining steam
Governor Phil Murphy unveiled his plan for a minimum wage hike during his 2019 Budget Address. Murphy touched on the state’s cost of living and the need for a $15 an hour minimum wage. This past week WHYY reported that the increase in minimum wage would be...
169 Opportunity Zones approved in NJ
On April 10, The United States Department of Treasury approved Governor Phil Murphy’s recommended designations for Opportunity Zones throughout the Garden State. Five of the 169 sites are in Atlantic County. They are as follows: Atlantic City, Egg Harbor City, Egg...
Will a vote for North Jersey gaming be on the November ballot?
In November of 2016, New Jersey voters overwhelmingly rejected a plan to allow two casinos to be built in North Jersey in an effort to regain some of the gaming market it has lost over the last few years to neighboring states. NJ.com reported that more than 80 percent...
“Quick Draw”. . .lottery or gaming?
In July of 2017 (NJ Lottery Press Release), New Jersey Lottery launched a keno-style game to be placed in hundreds of locations across the state. The game, Quick Draw, is made available to bars, restaurants, bowling alleys, and other public spaces where people gather...
Attracting new businesses to Atlantic City International Airport Remains a Top Chamber Priority
A new bill (A3676/S2307) was introduced in early March concerning tax incentives designed to create a “Garden State Growth Zone (GSGZ)” at Atlantic City Airport. The bill is inresponse to former Gov. Chris Christie’s decision to veto a previous bill (Press of...
Sports Gaming in NJ is a Good Bet
The Supreme Court appears to be poised to strike down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), a 25-year federal law that bans states from authorizing or licensing sports betting. On March 3 ESPN.com published an article, The odds of legalized...
S2872/A4510 UPDATE – LEGISLATION MOVES TO GOVERNOR’S DESK FOR SIGNATURE
As you know for a year, the Greater Atlantic City Chamber has been working to expand a tax incentive program to benefit Atlantic City, Atlantic County, and other parts of the state. As a result, State Senate Bill S2872 (Assembly version A4510) was introduced in...
Business Groups Support Senate Bill S2872
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber’s Economic Development Committee is spearheading an effort to help grow and diversify the area economy. As part of that effort, the Chamber proposed expansion of an existing tax incentive program to benefit Atlantic City and Atlantic...
Legislative Candidates Bell, Mazzeo, Armato Answer Chamber Questions
On September 6, 2017, The Chamber's Business Advocacy Committee hosted state legislative candidates Colin Bell, Vince Mazzeo and John Armato at its regular monthly meeting. The candidates outlined their legislative priorities and responded to committee member...
Bill S2369 Formally Supported by Greater Atlantic City Chamber
This bill would limit application of DEP rules concerning shellfish habitat for certain dredging projects. Historically, it is extremely difficult for marinas to get new DEP dredging permits. The South Jersey coastal areas rely heavily on tourism-related economic...
Chamber Statement on Offshore Oil Exploration
“President Donald Trump signed an executive order in late April that will open up the Atlantic and Arctic oceans for potential drilling. The order allows interior secretary Ryan Zinke to revisit a plan signed by former President Barack Obama that would have put those...
Chamber Board briefed on Atlantic County Workforce Development plans
The April Board of Directors Meeting welcomed the Atlantic County Workforce Development Board's Executive Director, Rhonda Lowery. Executive Director Lowery briefed the Chamber Board on both the local and regional plans as they related to the Workforce...
Chamber in Trenton for Senate Budget Committee Meeting
The Chamber is in Trenton today at the Senate Budget Committee. Issues for the committee today are state pension and transportation spending.
Chamber President Honored For 20 Years of Leadership
At the February Board of Directors meeting, Chamber President Joe Kelly was honored with a commemorative gift celebrating his 20 years of Chamber leadership. The Board of Directors and Chamber Staff thank Joe for his hard work and dedication to the leadership of this...
Dock’s Oyster House Networking Mixer
Thank you to the 100 + members & soon-to-be members for attending our networking mixer at Dock's Oyster House! We look forward to seeing you at the Atlantic City Airshow on August 17. EVENT DETAILS: http://airshow.acchamber.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AirshowAC/...
Chamber Pushes for Action in Trenton
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber has sent the following letter on May 12, 2016. The position of the Greater Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce on Atlantic City’s fiscal stabilization is well documented and has remained consistent for a long period of time. We have...
Members Meet & Eat at The Palm
Thanks to everyone who attended our networking lunch at The Palm! ServPro of Atlantic City/Hamilton/Hammonton was a great sponsor/presenter. Check out today's HOT DEALS from The Palm (and more)... http://business.acchamber.com/hotdeals/ [button...
2016 Business Showcase Draws Big Crowd
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber is hosted the 2016 Business Showcase presented by South Jersey Industries this evening at Greate Bay Country Club in Somers Point, NJ. The showcase was held in conjunction with the Chamber's monthly business networking mixer with FREE...
Testimony Against North Jersey Gaming
Greater Atlantic City Chamber President, Joe Kelly, was in Trenton today to testify against gaming expansion beyond Atlantic City. He was joined by several local business members and neighboring Cape May County Chamber of Commerce. Full Testimony: As the leading...
Chamber Offers Statement on Atlantic City Recovery
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber issues the following statement in response to the stalled legislation relating to Atlantic City’s recovery: "The Greater Atlantic City Chamber urges state and local officials to come together and agree on legislation that will provide...
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